Kulen Waterfall 1-Day Motorbike Tour

Your day begins at 6:00 am with a transfer by car, van, or minibus from your Siem Reap hotel. Embark on a unique motorbike journey to Phnom Kulen Mountain, away from the usual crowds, for an immersive cultural and historical experience. Known as the birthplace of the Khmer Empire, this sacred mountain offers a fascinating blend of nature, spirituality, and history. Ride through tropical forests, cashew plantations, and ancient quarries, while exploring remote villages, hidden temples, and natural wonders.

1. Breakfast
Start your adventure with a traditional Khmer breakfast at a local restaurant. Share a table with villagers and enjoy a steaming bowl of noodle soup paired with iced coffee, with options for both meat lovers and vegetarians.

2. Reclining Buddha
Visit Wat Preah Ang Thom, a sacred pagoda on the mountaintop. Here, a reclining Buddha carved directly into sandstone rests majestically. After climbing the staircase, take in sweeping views over the surrounding forests and countryside.

3. River of a Thousand Lingas
Discover Kbal Spean, known as the “River of a Thousand Lingas.” This archaeological site showcases intricate carvings from the Angkor era. Continue to the impressive Preah Kral pagoda, which offers stunning vistas of Phnom Kulen’s landscape.

4. Bat Cave
Step into a sacred cave adorned with stalactites. Using a flashlight, follow a narrow path that leads to a shrine dedicated to ancient Hindu deities. Learn why hermits nearby consider the dripping stalactite water holy.

5. Sras Domrey (Elephant Pond)
Deep in the forest lies Sras Domrey, where you’ll encounter a massive stone elephant and nearby tiger sculptures. Local legends suggest wild tigers once roamed these hills, though today only their stone guardians remain.

6. Lunch
Pause for a well-deserved break in a shaded hut, enjoying a simple yet satisfying packed lunch around noon.

7. Prasat Damrei Krap (Elephant Kneeling Temple)
Hidden within the jungle, this large, partially restored temple reveals centuries-old carvings and atmospheric ruins. Accessible only by foot, it’s a true gem of Phnom Kulen.

8. Poeng Ei Sei (Hermit Cave)
Ride further through plantations to reach this mysterious site of enormous moss-covered boulders. Once part of a temple, the stones conceal detailed carvings and sacred reliefs, now entwined with roots and greenery.

9. Waterfall
End your day with a refreshing visit to a waterfall near a local pagoda. Change into your swimwear and enjoy a dip in the cool natural pool before heading back to Siem Reap.

The Tour Price

1. Without Tour Guide

• Car = $85 (1-3 people)
• Van = $100 (4–10 people)

2. With Tour Guide

• Car = $140 (1-3 people)
• Van = $155 (4–10 people)